Seared Bok Choy

If we travel back in time, maybe a decade ago, and you say "I wanna sear some lettuce!" Someone will probably look at you as if you’re crazy. Yes, you are crazy for searing them and everyone else who does! When I say you’re crazy, I really mean you’re a crazy genius! Because why not??? It’s freaking delicious. The same concept about searing meat, you sear the surface where the sugar caramelizes and it just amplifies up the flavor of the ingredient. Now that I think about it, does lettuce/greens have sugar in them? I have to fact check that (after I eat this delicious dish). Some say you’re ruining the integrity of the leaf, I say they’re ruining my mood by not trying it out first before having an opinion! Yes, you can overdo it, but a little T.L.C. with the heat will just make it extra good. Try it, then thank me later.

For Sauce:

1T Lemon Juice

2T Scallion, sliced

2T Hoisin Sauce

2T Olive Oil

2T Fish Sauce

1t Red Chili Flakes

1t Ginger, grated

1t Garlic, paste

Mix everything together.

3ea Bok Choy, cut in half lengthwise

2T Vegetable Oil

Salt

Pepper

Crispy Fried Onion (store bought)

Season Bok Choy on the cut side with salt, pepper, and drizzle with vegetable oil. On a hot pan, sear the Boy Choy cut side down on the pan. Remove from heat once desired color is achieved. Drizzle sauce on top and garnish with crispy fried onion.